WORRIES ABOUT THE AIRLINE AND TRAVEL INDUSTRY, CHAMBERS RENEW CALL FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT - Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce
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WORRIES ABOUT THE AIRLINE AND TRAVEL INDUSTRY,
CHAMBERS RENEW CALL FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT
(Abbotsford) – January 21, 2021 – The Abbotsford implications at stake and multiple sectors, jobs and As part of its efforts to address the economic and business
Chamber of Commerce along with Chambers across the economic activity that are being cut at the knee, an impact damage of restricted travel, the Abbotsford Chamber of
nation are concerned about last week’s airline capacity that will take years to recover from. Commerce is working closely with Tourism Abbotsford and
reductions announcement and renew the call for financial the Airport Authority to create solutions, opportunities and
On January 13, the Hon. Perrin Beatty, President and Chief
support for the airline and travel industry. advocate together. We will also work with our network to
Executive Officer of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, press the federal government and stand with the Canadian
It is well known the devastating impact the travel industry released the following statement regarding the implications Chamber of Commerce in this work.
has faced in this pandemic and for the sectors closely tied of workforce reductions at Air Canada:
to travel the road to recovery has not started. While some About the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce:
other businesses have thrived or others have been able “The implications of today’s news about decreased capacity The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is the Fraser
to cope (albeit, barley) given eligibility for government and further workforce reductions at Air Canada are deeply Valley’s leading member-driven organization and voice
supports and what has been possible to do to adapt and troubling. With cuts to regional air service in Atlantic Canada that improves the effectiveness of doing business. An
innovate. However, this simply has not been possible in a and across the country, the situation is much more than just Accredited Chamber of Commerce managed strategically to
substantive way for the airlines and travel. an air industry issue – pockets of our country risk being reflect national standards of business excellence and best
disconnected from others. practices. Created to promote the interests of businesses in
For example, Abbotsford Airport saw a drop from airport
the City of Abbotsford, the Chamber has been an integral
passenger service going from a milestone 1 million The Canadian Chamber of Commerce renews our call for the
part of Abbotsford’s growth and evolution for nearly as long
passengers achieved in 2019 to about 300,000 in 2020. With federal government to provide targeted financial support
as the city has existed and is in its 108th year of service.
public health restrictions swiftly changing, unpredictably for the hardest hit sectors, including the beleaguered travel
throughout last year including impacting local and domestic industry. As we continue to navigate the current crisis, a For more information, please contact:
travel, this has been an unbearable and unsustainable restart plan for safe travel while using an integrated approach Katerina Anastasiadis
scenario. to rapid testing for COVID-19 is also crucial. Our industry Executive Director
Why has the federal government been so slow to act and partners are committed to working with governments to communications@abbotsfordchamber.com
adequately address this major issue? There are serious develop this plan and to reopen our economy.” 604-859-9651
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It feels a bit challenging to be super In addition, Abbotsford remains the most
energized and enthusiastic about charitable community in Canada!
embracing 2021. The start of January
Psychologists have studied the fact that
hasn’t ‘felt’ much different than prior
simple random acts of kindness create a
months. If only life were exclusively about
positive reaction in our minds and bodies.
Melinda Friesen feelings. However,ittakesmuchmoretoget
PRESIDENT “Biochemically, you can’t live on the 3-to-
through life than making decisions based
4-minute oxytocin boost that comes from
on how we feel. Consider all the business
a single act. That’s why kindness is most
owners who have been experiencing
beneficial as a practice—something we
the pressures of running a business this work into our daily routine whether in the
past year. Many had to disappoint staff form of volunteer work, dropping coins Melinda Friesen
and customers by modifying operations into an expired parking meter, bringing President
Craig Toews Ranjit Malay Chris Gauthier
VICE-PRESIDENT TREASURER DIRECTOR to abide by restrictions or even to the a snack to share with your officemates,
extreme of shutting down their business. Message in April 2019, the title was –
or holding the elevator for someone” Bloom on Abbotsford. It doesn’t feel
(cedars-sinai.org, February 2019). Further to
http://www.cedars-sinai.org
that could be appropriate now. But that
How do we foster hope and encouragement
this, “When we express gratitude and receive
in 2021? We can enter 2021 with is where feelings are set aside. The facts
the same, our brain releases dopamine and
expectation, but we also can do our part are that Abbotsford continues to grow,
serotonin, the two crucial neurotransmitters
Kal Sidhu Karen Biggs Kathrin Matadeen by having hearts of gratitude and giving. being noted as wonderful place to live
DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR responsible for our emotions, and they
That sounds counter intuitive, right? and work and is a frontrunner in being
make us feel ‘good’. They enhance our mood
Abbotsford has continued to be a strong a community that thrives. So, let’s keep
immediately, making us feel happy from the
community during this pandemic for giving to and thanking each other and
inside” (positivepsychology.com, January
http://www.positivepsychology.com
many reasons – its rich agricultural base, its 2020). our local businesses. Let’s take on 2021
vibrant community core, and its leadership as an opportunity to be an example of a
and vision by our City…just to name a few. Looking back at my first President’s community that blooms.
Tim Holloway Kevin Mierau Sam Varing
DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR
NEW MEMBERS:
Kevin M. Murray Law Corporation Orion Labs Inc.
604-831-3142 orionlabs.ca
http://www.orionlabs.ca
Dave Sidhu Kim Hissink Mike Ashcroft
DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR Securus Research BFS Realtor – Jennifer Schanick
securusresearch.wixsite.com/mysite
http:www.securusresearch.wixsite.com/mysite 604-217-8555
CHAMBER
2021
Accord Meeting & Conference Rooms Inc. Abbotsford Skin Clinic
accord-mcr.com
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TEAM MEMBERS Pharmasave #1009 Susanne Walton – BC Farm & Ranch Realty
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OF A UPCOMING EVENTS:
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THRIVING
Anastasiadis
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Opinion Editorial – Agriculture Industry 2020 Review
orders are looking favorable for 2021,
but with still some uncertainty with
restaurant and hospitality industries,
some farmers will possibly reduce
planting in 2021. Some blueberry
farmers adapted to shortage of labour
by going automated making them more
efficient. Those who brought in foreign
workers took advantage of grants
available.
Fromabankingperspective,almostallindustriestooktheCEBAloan(CanadaEmergency
Growing up on a dairy farm and working in the agriculture industry has allowed me to Business Account). A recent announcement of increasing the loan from $40,000 to
see the resilience of farmers. 2020 was a year of adapting and working together while $60,000 has been attractive for the zero interest period and the loan forgiveness. The
apart. While all industries have been impacted in some way this year, whether positive banks postponed payments for the first 6 months of the pandemic for those who
or negative, I have continued to see the pride farmers take in feeding our communities needed it and continue to work with businesses seeking assistance. Grants have been
and their positive outlook on 2021. more popular than ever, Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, Business Recovery grant
and Emergency Processing fund to name a few. The Student Work Placement Program
Supply managed industries were impacted at the beginning of the year adjusting
from restaurant sales to more retail. Borders continuing to be closed has helped with will help farmers save on labour costs and create jobs in the process.
domestic dairy demand, resulting in a 1% increase to quota allocations for dairy farmers. 2020 was like no other and like most people we are looking forward to what 2021 will
Chicken farmers, egg and meat birds, have also seen an impact from restaurant and bring, working together in our economy recovery. Now more than ever is the time to
hospitality with events being cancelled and restaurants at half capacity. 2021’s promise support our local farmers.
of distribution of vaccine adds optimism to this group.
Written by Lauren Tap, Member of the Agriculture Committee, Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce
When taking a look at some of our crops industries, potato farmers have mentioned pre- | Commercial Account Manager | Agriculture & Agribusiness | RBC Royal Bank |
Notice of AGM & Board Nominations
The Annual General Meeting of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce will
be held on Thursday, March 11, 2021.
Nominations are now open for 4 available spots for Director on the Chamber
Board (1 year term beginning April 1, 2021). The Board is seeking qualified
candidates with expertise in the areas of:
• Finance/Accounting & Audit
• Legal/Risk Regulatory
• Large Enterprise
• HR/Performance Management
• Agriculture/Agr Tech
• Governance
IF THE TOOTH
• Advocacy FAIRY WON’T PAY
Candidates should align with the direction of the Abbotsford Chamber of
Commerce, and augment and accelerate the governance principles of the
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Deadline for completed nominations is 12 noon February 8, 2021
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